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Meet Katia Passerini, Ph.D. President, Gonzaga University
San Jose
Thank you to all who joined us in San Jose for a warm welcome for Gonzaga University President Katia Passerini, Ph.D. On this meaningful occasion, we reflected on the gifts of community, purpose and possibility — and how together we can open doors, empower potential and lead with hope.
Date/Time
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM PST
Event Location
Williman Room, Benson Memorial Center
Santa Clara University
820 Alviso St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Event Details
Forging Forward is national event series for Gonzaga alumni, families and friends to connect personally with Katia Passerini, Ph.D., Gonzaga University's new president. This national tour offers an opportunity to hear directly from President Passerini as she shares her perspectives, priorities and hopes for Gonzaga's future.
Registration proceeds help expand scholarships and programs that advance Gonzaga's mission.
Thank you, San Jose-area Alumni & Friends for supporting Gonzaga in the West Coast Conference Athletic Conference for 47 successful years! We are so grateful! To be continued...in the Pac12!